*Job Overview*
We are seeking a part-time Senior Practitioner to join our Play Work team in the after-school care at Northmuir OOSC- Northmuir Primary School- Kirriemuir, Angus. The ideal candidate will ideally have previous experience in areas such as OOSC, ELC, Youth work or other childcare facilities although adult social care will also be accepted.
*Responsibilities*
Supervising and engaging with Primary School children within an After School Club, up to 15 hours a week are available between 3pm to 6pm term time, Monday to Friday.
You must be willing to work in all our sites in the event of staffing absence.
In brief- you will:
· Lead, organise, supervise and engage in learning and play experiences with our children.
· Arrange and co-ordinate the safe transportation of children from various sites (if applicable).
· Buy and organise healthy snacks
· Liaise with parents and carers daily- sharing childrens progress and interests.
· Distribute/follow up invoices as required.
· Help the manager keep local policies, procedures and records up to date and in-line with the groups quality assurance processes.
· Contribute to staff meetings and support self-improvement and evaluation processes, leading in the managers absence.
· Engage with other professionals from the company network as required.
· Implement safeguarding procedures for children and be a designated child protection officer and first aider.
*Qualifications*
You will hold a qualification in Childcare, Playwork or Children and Young People at SVQ level 3 (practitioner), HNC or equivalent.
You will have knowledge of child-development. You must have child protection knowledge and be a designated officer for our service. You must have good IT skills. You must be a child centred person with a passion for play and high-quality opportunities.
Rate of pay will reflect qualifications and experience.
You will be subject to a PVG disclosure check and you will need to register with the SSSC within 3 months of appointment. All appointments come with a 6 month probationary period.
Send your CV and a cover letter please. Please also state if you hold a driving licence and for how long in your cover letter.
A FULL JOB DESCRIPTION CAN BE REQUESTED.
Work Location: In person
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: £13.00-£14.00 per hour
Benefits:
* Casual dress
* Childcare
* Employee discount
* On-site parking
Work Location: In person